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What’s the buzz for 2025? Cloud-based reporting. ☁️ This is set to revolutionize how teams access data from anywhere! Moving from on-premises solutions means rethinking how we process and interact with data, leading to a significant shift in paradigms. Sure, it might feel different at first, but the benefits will be worth it. Let’s get excited to say goodbye to band-aid fixes and welcome unified solutions that streamline operations. Exciting times ahead as we welcome innovation! Are you ready to make the leap? Hear more from Carrie Self, CPA, Senior Director of Business Intelligence, Tacala, LLC on this week's episode. Tune in now. 🎧 https://lnkd.in/e3EbukkJ

Looking to find the sweet spot between smart investments and team empowerment?  Check out insights from top finance leaders who attended the Excelerate Finance 2024 Summit! We’re diving into choosing the right tech, fueling innovation, and setting your team up for success.  Let’s not just keep up — let’s thrive in 2025 and beyond! 💪  Swipe to discover more!

What sets great finance professionals apart from the rest? 💼 In today’s world, it’s more than just processing data and numbers. The key? Curiosity. Here’s what top finance teams are focusing on: ✅Taking initiative. Don’t just sit back. Dive in and solve problems! ✅Finding solutions. It’s about creating value, not just crunching numbers. ✅Understanding the business. Get to know the ins and outs to drive real impact. As automation takes over basic tasks, those who can think critically and innovate will shine. Are your teams ready to embrace curiosity? Take a listen to our conversation with Pat Jones, SVP - Corporate Controller at PetIQ along with other finance leaders on this week's episode:🎧 https://lnkd.in/e3EbukkJ

2025 is the year cloud changes everything. Ready to leave behind clunky systems? Here’s why moving to the cloud is a no-brainer for finance teams: ✅Global data access — Your team can pull up what they need, anywhere, anytime. ✅Streamlined processes — Say goodbye to manual, time-consuming tasks. ✅Single platform integration — All those custom-built solutions? Bring them under one roof. Change management might be tough at first, but the efficiency and ease will pay off in the long run. Is your team ready to welcome the future? Check it out on our newest episode: https://lnkd.in/e3EbukkJ and see what our guests are focused on for the coming year. Dan Crumb, Chief Financial Officer, Kansas City Chiefs Harjot Ghai, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer, Delbridge Solutions Jesse Funes, Senior Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis, New Horizons Eugene Fedorinov, MBA, CFA, Sr. Manager, Finance Database & Budget Analysis, Arizona Cardinals Football Club Pat Jones, SVP, Corporate Controller, PetIQ Sultan Akif, Unicorn Account Executive, Microsoft Carrie Self, CPA, Senior Director of Business Intelligence, Tacala, LLC Brian Krause, Chief Financial Officer, Community First Solutions

How does an NFL team measure financial success? It’s not just about winning games — it’s about dominating it financially, too. Teams track: 📊 32 teams using league-wide metrics 📊 Peer groups of 8 for performance benchmarks But the real MVP? According to Dan Crumb, CFO of Kansas City Chiefs it is local EBITDA. It shows how well teams are growing their local market and managing what they control. The goal? Beat the averages. Aim for the top. 🏆 Tune in to discover what it takes to stay ahead! 🎧https://lnkd.in/e3EbukkJ

When leading a team, we all want to be more efficient. But here’s the thing—it's not always obvious where the improvements are needed. So, what’s the secret?👀 Simple. Ask questions!💡 As leaders, when we see stress building up and we ask, "Why is this taking so long?", It’s not about assuming something is easy just because it sounds easy to us. The real insights come from unpacking those frustrations. Encourage your team to speak up about what slows them down. From there, you can find ways to optimize or simplify those processes. Want to dig into this topic? Tune in! 🎧

Tired of burnout and endless spreadsheets? Check out Brian Krause’s top tips for leveling up.

Productivity and efficiency may seem like two sides of the same coin, but for CFOs, grasping the distinction is essential. Focusing on one without the other? You risk working hard but not working smart.💡 In the latest episode of The CFO Show, Brian Krause, CFO at Community First Solutions, and Melissa Howatson, CFO of Vena Solutions, explore how financial leaders can drive impactful results while keeping their teams focused and energized. Want to build an environment that drives both productivity and efficiency? Give the latest episode a listen —This conversation is your roadmap. 🎧 https://lnkd.in/drRaecYU

Productivity is key — it’s about output. We know that. But there’s more to the story… 📈 It's not just about how much work gets done, but how quickly and with what resources. Faster isn’t always better if quality slips, you know? 🎯The next metric to consider? Impact. Getting things done faster but sacrificing quality? Not the goal. ⚖️We want to balance productivity, efficiency, AND effectiveness.  Get smarter, not just faster. Tune in now to discover the smarter way forward with Brian Krause, CFO at Community First Solutions. 🎧 https://lnkd.in/drRaecYU